North of Malham Tarn is Upper Wharfedale, an area of classic Yorkshire Dales countryside. Its characteristic dry-stone walls, flower-rich hay meadows, beautiful riverside and valleyside woodland provide hours of walks. Pick up a trail leaflet on-site or download a trail before you go.

Tucked away in a peaceful corner of the tiny village of Buckden, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, is this cosy one-bed cottage. It's less than a 10 minute drive to the Upper Wharfedale countryside.

Discover the other-worldly rock formations that from rise from 400 acres of moorland at Brimham Rocks. Weave through the labyrinth of paths, looking out for the Dancing Bear, The Eagle and The Gorilla rock formations. You can even have a go at climbing and abseiling.

A former barn, this three-bedroom cottage now provides a modern base for a family wishing to explore the surrounding countryside. It's a 20 minute drive to Brimham Rocks or an hour to the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.

West of Yorkshire and nestling in the South Pennines, is this enchanting wooded valley. Waterfalls tumble into rocky streams and millstone grit formations rise from dense greenery. At its heart is Gibson Mill, now a visitor centre, telling the history of the valley over the past 200 years.

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This two-bedroom Victorian lodge sits at the entrance to the Hardcastle Crags estate, so you can explore the wooded valley from your doorstep. You can also reach the Yorkshire Dales within a 30 minute drive.